Hillcrest Convalescent Center
Scout 97Durham, NC · 86 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Durham's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,660–$11,250/mo
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Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill
1602 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 · Orange County
Welcome to Signature HealthCARE at Colonial. It is our mission as a family-based organization to revolutionize the healthcare industry through a culture of resident centered healthcare services, personalized spirituality, and real quality of life initiatives.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (98 of 108 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Chapel Hill
Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Chapel Hill, NC, with 108 certified beds and an average of about 98 residents per day. It operates as part of the Signature Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.41 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.90 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.41 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Chapel Hill, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 108
- Avg. residents/day
- 98
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Signature Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 345225
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $8,660–$11,250/mo (median $9,680) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Durham prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.41
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.90
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 56.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 4
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-19
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (20 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-06-19Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2025-06-19Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-06-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2025-06-19Severity B — minimalFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2024-04-11Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
2024-04-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2024-04-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2024-04-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
Location
1602 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill
How much does Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill cost?
Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Chapel Hill, NC area typically runs $8,660–$11,250 per month (median $9,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill?
Staff provide about 3.41 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill?
Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill has 20 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-19). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill have availability?
Typically 91% full (98 of 108 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill offer?
Signature Healthcare of Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 108 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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